Hikes of Eastern Newfoundland

Ranging from the award-winning 265-kilometre East Coast Trail on the Avalon Peninsula to the sea stacks of the Skerwink Trail near Trinity, from the Lion’s Den on Fogo Island to the Dungeon on the Bonavista Peninsula, this must-have guide includes the best walks and hikes of eastern Newfoundland. Suitable for hikers of all levels, this book offers detailed trail descriptions, including length, difficulty ratings, and tips on scenic highlights. Maps and GPS references will get you to the trailhead; full-colour photographs will get you excited about the journey to come. Whether you’re searching for a gentle sunset stroll, a challenging wilderness expedition, or the best location for iceberg, whale, or seabird watching, this guide has everything you need for a memorable excursion. Mary Smyth and Fred Hollingshurst, co-authors of the “Along the Trail” column in the Telegram from 2001 to 2009, have decades of hiking experience. In this guide, they impart their extensive knowledge about the terrain, challenges, and spectacular rewards of travelling the trails of Newfoundland.